Planning Report - Studio Pilates · MCU20/0110

5.   Proposed Development Details

5.1 Material Change of Use

This application is seeking a Development Permit for a Material Change of Use to establish a Pilates
Studio (Indoor Sport and Recreation use) on the site. The proposed Pilates Studio (Studio Pilates
Noosa) is a consistent use as defined within the Noosa Plan 2020.

The use will occupy the existing Shop 3 within an existing building complex and no alteration to the
external built form is proposed. The proposed use represents an appropriate reuse of the existing
retail shop tenancy.

Studio Pilates currently operate in a number of locations in Queensland, with the closest studio in
Buddina, and are looking to establish a Pilates Studio in Noosa. Studio Pilates Noosa will provide
timetabled group and private Pilates classes. Pilates is a safe and effective exercise method,
suitable for all levels of fitness and the studio will offer a range of class levels from beginner to
athlete.

An example timetable has been provided utilising data and knowledge from the existing Studio
Pilates located within the state.




Figure 4: Example Studio Timetable
Source: Studio Pilates Noosa

In conjunction with the small class sizes, the starting time of the classes have been staggered so
that they do not coincide with the peak use of the other tenancies on site.

The proposed development is intended to be established in accordance with the proposal plans
provided at Appendix A – Proposed Site Plan. The Site Plan identifies the reformer studio, reception,
and amenities areas located within the Pilates studio. The Studio Pilates Noosa studio will comprise
of an open plan workspace area housing Pilates reformer frames, waiting and reception area, and
storage area at the rear of the studio.

The Pilates Studio comprises of the following:

           •       Reception area,


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